Putting people first is the key to a successful business proposition

With employment levels high and continuing skills shortages, a major challenge for employers is the attraction and retention of staff. Mark Staniland, Regional Managing Director at Hays opines as to how inter-generational workforces will be the solution

Managing

Businesses must look beyond ‘inspirational women’ to shrink gender divide

Women make up 49.5% of the world’s population, and yet, in the workplace, they’re still considered and referred to as the minority. It doesn’t quite add up, says Alexandra Anders of Cornerstone OnDemand.

News

Women in Finance Awards 2019 – open now for nominations

The Women in Finance Awards, recognising high achievers in the finance industry, are now open for nominations for the 2019 London event

Financial Management

VAT action businesses should take now before a no deal Brexit

A no-deal Brexit could pose significant VAT issues for UK businesses. Accountants RSM highlights four key areas and urges action now.

Alternative Finance for Business

Capify secures £75 million credit facility from Goldman Sachs

Alternative finance provider Capify has secured a significant credit facility from Goldman Sachs to grow its funding for SMEs business

Mergers & Acquisitions

Call tracking providers link as Iovox acquires WannaSpeak

Iovox, the inbound and outbound call tracking solutions provider and France-based telecoms provider, WannaSpeak combine to offer 'unrivaled' service

Entrepreneurs

Three top business advice tips from company founders and CEOs for 2019

Creating a profitable company that can withstand the test of time is a challenge: here are three recommendations offered by those who know what it takes to build a grow a budding business: company founders and CEOs.

Funding

Just Move In raises £1.5m in funding round through angel investors

Just Move In, the concierge service for new home owners has used angel investors to raise funds for growth

Managing

What does Brexit mean for my business energy supply?

Having a reliable and affordable energy supply is vital to all businesses but how will Brexit impact on that. Nicky Bannister outlines the situation so far.

Funding

Gousto meal kit company raises £18 m in equity funding

Gousto, the meal at home provider has raised £18m in equity funding to continue investment in technology for growth and development.

Funding

Benross golfing equipment provider achieves £2m funding for growth

Benross, the golfing equipment provider has raised £2m through Independent Growth Finance (IGF).

Human Resources

Reskillling and upskilling: the key to success in the digital revolution

Helping employees to develop is crucial to business success. Olivia Parrish from Haines Watts explains what employers need to know about reskilling and upskilling their staff.